Time Is Running Out
Muse
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I think I'm drowning Asphyxiated I want to break the spell That you've created You're something beautiful A contradiction I want to play the game I want the friction You will be The death of me Yeah, you will be The death of me Bury it I won't let you bury it I won't let you smother it I won't let you murder it Our time is running out And our time is running out You can't push it underground We can't stop it screaming out I wanted freedom But I'm restricted I tried to give you up But I'm addicted Now that you know I'm trapped Sense of elation You'll never dream of breaking this fixation You will squeeze the life out of me Bury it I won't let you bury it I won't let you smother it I won't let you murder it Our time is running out And our time is running out You can't push it underground We can't stop it screaming out How did it come to this You will suck the life out of me Bury it I won't let you bury it I won't let you smother it I won't let you murder it Our time is running out And our time is running out You can't push it underground We can't stop it screaming out How did it come to this
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Written by: Matthew James Bellamy
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10 facts about this song
Album Information"Time Is Running Out" is taken from "Muse's" third studio album "Absolution". The album was released in 2003 and is considered by fans and critics to be one of the bands best works.
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Chart PerformanceThe song peaked at number 8 in the UK Singles Chart, making it the band's first top 10 hit in the UK. It also charted in several other countries, including the US, where it reached number 9 on the Billboard Modern Rock Tracks chart.
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Song MeaningLead vocalist Matt Bellamy has revealed in interviews that the song is about the feeling of desperation, and being overwhelmed by the forces around you.
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Music VideoThe music video for "Time Is Running Out" is set in a military planning meeting and features the band members infiltrating and disrupting the meeting in various ways. The video, directed by John Hillcoat, has been praised for its dark humor and innovative style.
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Live Performances"Time Is Running Out" is a staple of Muse's live performances and is known for its energetic and dynamic presentation. During performances of the song, audiences are encouraged to clap along to the beat, creating a powerful communal experience.
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InspirationThe band has stated that the music of "Time Is Running Out" drew significant inspiration from R&B and soul music, genres that they usually do not delve into.
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Awards and RecognitionIn 2004, the song was nominated for the Kerrang! Award for Best Single. In the same year, it was also shortlisted for the Q Award for Best Track.
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Critical Acclaim"Time Is Running Out" has received widespread critical acclaim since its release. NME described it as a "big, brash, bold slab of rock", while BBC Music called it a "sense assaulting missile."
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Uses in MediaThe song has been featured in various mediums, including films, TV shows, and video games. Notably, it was used in the soundtrack for the 2004 film "Million Dollar Baby."
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Cover VersionsVarious artists have covered "Time Is Running Out". Notably, bands like Paramore and Panic! at the Disco have given live performances of the track.
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